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# Credit Card Thin Watches
The World's Thinnest Watch is Unveiled at CES 2013

By Ariel Weber | Published 2013-01-09 | Fashion
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thinnest-watch
References: [gizmodiva](http://www.gizmodiva.com/home_gadgets/e-ink-introduces-the-worlds-thinnest-watch.php) & [kickstarter](http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1655017763/cst-01-the-worlds-thinnest-watch?ref=recently_launched)

The CST-01 is the world's thinnest watch available on the market today.

Not to be outdone by the [incredibly thin smartphone](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/huawei-mate-70-air) and laptops that have been coming out lately, these watches are also joining the high-tech bandwagon. The watch, which made its debut at the 2013 Consumer Electronics Show is not only one of the most high-tech looking accessories out there but it is also one of the thinnest. The watch, which was developed by [Central Standard Timing](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/easy-bake-intense) is allegedly so thin that it trumps the width of a credit card! The ticker uses E Ink technology to run its display and is encased in a stainless steel frame. It is incredibly lightweight and is able to be recharged via a cell battery.

The incredible world's thinnest watch is the ideal high-tech sci-fi accessory.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 6.7/10
- Popularity: 92% | Activity: 100% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial
- Top markets: North America, Europe

## Categories

[Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/watches)

## Key Themes

### Why This Trend Is Growing

- **Thin Watches:** The trend of ultra-thin watches continues, appealing to those who seek sleek design and high-tech features.
- **E-ink Technology:** The use of E-Ink technology in watch displays is a growing trend, providing clear and energy-efficient screens.
- **High-tech Accessories:** High-tech accessories are becoming increasingly popular, creating opportunities for innovative designs and functions.

### Industries Being Reshaped

- **Watch Manufacturing:** The watch industry can incorporate ultra-thin and E-Ink technology to meet consumers' demand for high-tech design.
- **Consumer Electronics:** The consumer electronics industry can benefit from developing more high-tech accessories to complement the growing trend in wearables.
- **Fashion Technology:** The intersection of technology and fashion creates opportunities for designers to create innovative and futuristic accessories.

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